Overview

A 260 kilometer long route dotted with historical monuments, religious places and numerous eco-friendly inhabitations, The River Ganges Heritage Cruise will offer you a sneak peek into the Muslim and colonial rule that stayed in the eastern part of India for a long time. Step aboard the River Ganges Heritage Cruise and be a part of a weeklong historical trail.

Get ready for an unforgettable holiday plan with ticketntrip.com.

Duration

5 Nights / 6 Days

Places Covered

Kolkata – Chandannagar – Mayapur -Murshidabad

Pricing

On Request 

Journey Starts From

Kolkata

Journey Ends At

Kolkata

Validity

valid till 30 September, 2024

Inclusions & Exclusions

Cost Includes

  • 01 nights accommodation in Kolkata.
  • 01 Night accommodation in Chandannagar.
  • 02 Night accommodation in Cruise.
  • 01 Night accommodation in Murshidabad.
  • Daily Breakfast in the Hotel (Except Day 01).
  • Sightseeing Name
  • Sightseeing Name
  • Special sightseeing Name
  • All sightseeing and airport transfers in private car.

Cost Excludes

  • Return airfare charges.
  • Applicable Airport taxes.
  • Tips to driver and guides locally.
  • All surcharges for Airport transfers after the Scheduled Seat in coach timings.
  • Guaranteed early check in / late checkout charges (Standard check in 1400hrs and Check out 1200 Hrs).
  • Any expenses of personal nature.
  • Travel Insurance charges.
  • Personal extras.
  • Meals other than mentioned in the inclusions column.
  • Anything not mentioned in the inclusions.
  • Government service tax @ 5.00%.

Itinerary

Day 1: Kolkata (Arrival)

Upon arrival at the Kolkata airport, our tour representative will greet you and assist you in smooth transfer to the hotel. Stay overnight in the hotel.

Day 2: Kolkata – Chandannagar

In the morning, assemble at Millennium Park to board the jetty. By afternoon, the cruiser will start sailing down the Howrah Bridge, Belur Math and Serampore. Here guests have a choice to visit either Serampore or Barrackpore, each of which bears colonial significance. Later, guests will be ushered to Chandannagar colony, which was under French rule from 1673 to 1952. It did come under the possession of English twice but was restored to the French. The erstwhile mansion of French administrator now houses a library, a French school and a museum of antiques, art and sculpture.

Day 3: Chandannagar – Mayapur

-The day 3 starts with a visit to Bandel-the erstwhile Portuguese colony. You will visit to Bandel Church, the oldest Christian Church in West Bengal. The Church was built around 1660 by the Portuguese and is dedicated to Nossa Senhora di Rozario. Later, board the cruise and sail up to Kalna. The main attractions of Kalna are terracotta temples and Rajbari.  After a short cruise ride, visit Weavers colony at Phulia/ Shantipur, famous Tant, the famous Bengal cotton. Here you can buy fine cotton stoles, saris and dhoti from the Cooperative stores. Later, sail towards Mayapur.

Day 4: Mayapur – Murshidabad

Today, guests will be taken to Mayapur- the headquarters of ISKCON. Later cruise towards Katwa while meandering through the country side. Later, guests will meet Kansari artisans whose brass and bell metal utensils are quite famous. It is the main occupation of Barman family who have inherited the art of making Brass utensils by primitive casting methods. Thereafter, cruise towards Murshidabad passing through countryside.

Day 5: Murshidabad

The day 5 is scheduled for a full day tour of Murshidabad. One of the oldest cities in West Bengal, Murshidabad stands as a testimony to the rich heritage of Nawabs of Bengal. Later, visit to Katra mosque and Katgola Gardens. Katgola is the erstwhile palace garden of Raja Dhanpar Singh Dugar and Lakshmipat Singh Dugar. Besides, you will visit the famous Adinath Temple, built in 1873, by Harreck Chand. Besides, there is Khushbach Cemetery, which houses the remains of Ali Vardi Khan and Siraj Ud Daulah. Later, depart for Murshidabad followed by cruise trip to Katwa in the evening.

Day 6: Murshidabad – Kolkata

Today, after breakfast in the morning, check out of the cruiser at Murshidabad and drive to Kolkata. Upon arrival in Kolkata, you will be transferred to the Kolkata airport to board flight towards next destination.

Important Notes

Terms and Conditions

  • Prices are based on a minimum of 2 adults traveling together.
  • Surcharge is applicable for a passenger traveling alone.
  • ‘Child Rate’ applies to children, between the ages of 2 to 12 years.
  • Prices for Non Indian Nationals are available on request.
  • These rates are not applicable during any Meetings, Incentives, Conferences, Trade-fairs and High Season.
  • All bookings and confirmations are subject to availability.
  • Amendment charges, cancellation charges will be applicable as per our terms & conditions.
  • Any increase in the hotel tariffs, fuel charges or taxes, which may come into effect prior to the departure, will lead to an increase in the tour price. Any difference in the price will be payable by the client.
  • There will be no refund on unused service.
  • The hotel names are given for guideline purpose. The confirmation could be in the same or an alternate hotel in a similar category, subject to availability.
  • Rates are subject to change, without prior notice.
  • All bookings and terms & conditions ticketntrip.com will apply.

Cancellation Policy

  • From the booking date till 60 days prior to departure 30% of the package cost
  • From 31 to 59 days prior to departure 50% of the package cost
  • 30 hours to 15 days prior to departure 75% of the package cost
  • Less than 15 days prior to departure 100% of the package cost
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